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Program roadmaps provide students with a guide to understand the recommended course sequence to complete their degree.
Building Inspection Technology Curriculum
| Course Code | Title | Course Outlines | Goal Areas | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIT 1050 | Foundations of Construction Codes and Inspections | View-BIT 1050 | n/a | 3 |
| BIT 1150 | Residential Plan Review and Field Inspections | View-BIT 1150 | n/a | 4 |
| BIT 1250 | Commercial Plan Review and Field Inspections | View-BIT 1250 | n/a | 4 |
| BIT 1900 | Legal and Administrative Aspects of Construction Codes | View-BIT 1900 | n/a | 3 |
Course Title: Foundations of Construction Codes and Inspections Goal Areas: n/a Credits: 3
Course Description: This course provides an introduction to the field of building inspection and construction codes. Provides an introduction to the field of building inspection and construction codes. The student will learn about the history of codes, what codes and standards are and how they are developed, along with receiving an introduction to plan reading, field inspections, department administrations, plumbing, mechanical systems and information on the industry and types of positions that work in a building department. This course is intended to provide a student with a broad overview of the building inspection industry and construction codes.
Course Title: Residential Plan Review and Field Inspections Goal Areas: n/a Credits: 4
Course Description: Emphasizes techniques for plan review and field inspections on single family dwellings, townhomes, and accessory structures associated with dwellings, in accordance with the current International Residential Code (IRC). Students will learn about egress components, basic fire and life safety, building construction techniques, building components and systems, and other requirements related to residential dwellings.Prerequisite: BIT 1050
Course Title: Commercial Plan Review and Field Inspections Goal Areas: n/a Credits: 4
Course Description: Emphasizes techniques for plan review and field inspections on commercial, industrial, multi-story buildings, and multi-family structures in accordance with the International Building Code (IBC). Discussion topics shall include, but not be limited to, occupancy classification, allowable area, types of construction, fire resistive construction, fire protection requirements, building systems and exiting.Prerequisites: BIT 1050 and 1150
Course Title: Legal and Administrative Aspects of Construction Codes Goal Areas: n/a Credits: 3
Course Description: Provides students with foundational concepts of modern administrative government, legal responsibilities in building inspection, inspector's authority, courtroom procedures, building inspection liability, the application of legal rules pertaining to public negligence, governmental liability and ethics. Current issues in the industry will be discussed and integrated into the course as appropriate. The course will provide students with an understanding of public administration as it relates to a code official. Prerequisites: BIT 1050 and BIT 1150
| 4 Credits must be earned at NHCC |
| Total Credits Required | 14 |
2024-2025
This accelerated certificate program provides students the foundational knowledge to pursue a career in construction code enforcement or for existing professionals to upgrade their skills. The courses meet one night a week and the program can be completed in two semesters. Successful completion of the Building Inspection Technology Certificate gives students the required training and points to take the State of Minnesota's Certified Building Official Limited exam
Knowledge of human cultures and the physical and natural world, including:
- Understand the purpose and intent of construction codes.
Personal and Social Responsibility, including:
- Apply building codes and referenced standards to construction projects.
Integrative Learning, including:
- Perform inspections and plan reviews on both residential and commercial construction projects.
- Prepare for and take the Minnesota Building Official Limited exam
Program roadmaps provide students with a guide to understand the recommended course sequence to complete their degree.
Information on careers, including career descriptions, salary data, and employment outlook is available on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website and O*Net Online website.
If you are planning on transferring to another institution, follow the guidelines available on our transfer resources web page to help you plan the process: Transfer Information
Developmental Courses Some students may need preparatory course(s) in Math and/or English. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward a degree.
Equal Opportunity Employer and Disability Access Information North Hennepin Community College is a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and an equal opportunity employer and educator. This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 7634930555 or through the Minnesota Relay Service at 18006273529.
North Hennepin Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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